Match Review 18th Sec : VS Tokyo Verdy at City Light Stadium on September 9

Okayama 0 Tokyo Verdy 1

The total attendance:3,052  

This sec, veteran centre back, Goto was back in the starting line-up. Another veteran striker, Akamine was listed on the reserve list. While, Tokyo's key player, Okubo started the game.


After the kickoff, Okayama struggled to dominate the game. In the 15th minute, Hamada almost smashed the net with his header, from Ueda's free kick. Five minutes later, the home club conceded an opening goal. In the 23rd minute, Uejo stroke a mid-range shot. In the 40th minute, Mimura entered Tokyo's box, but he was not able to create a chance.


After the interval, the game remained the same. Okayama still struggled to create chances. In the 69th minute, Saito and Akamine came off the bench to change the game. Nine minutes later, Uejo's attempt was blocked by Tokyo's goal keeper. One minute later, Ueda's mid-range shot was denied by the opponent. As a result, the red-uniformed men failed to equalize the game.